Full-Time Warehouse Job Coach - Empowerment & Training

VIA of the Lehigh Valley; South Whitehall Township (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental benefits

Paid vacation (15 days first year)

Paid Holidays (9)

403(b) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Account

Education assistance up to $5,000/year

Education incentive: degree/certified

Paid training and mileage

NADSP Career Ladder Program – extra $1

Casual work attire

Employee referral program

Special employee events

Job summary

Via of the Lehigh Valley is hiring a Job Coach to support our Community and Small Group Employment sites in the Lehigh Valley. You will mentor and guide individuals with disabilities in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with paid training provided to ensure readiness.

The position offers an increased pay rate of $17-$18 per hour, based on education level, plus up to $1.75 more per hour after completing all NADSP Career Ladder levels.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to work in a variety of settings and adapt to changes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel in the community.
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle, and vehicle insurance required.
• Proficiency with Setworks, Paylocity, Microsoft Office, and email.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to maximize an individual’s capacity to self-initiate work and avoid prompt dependency.
• Support individuals by addressing, developing, and facilitating personal care skills related to work opportunities.
• Complete job analyses to develop training plans for supported employees.
• Identify existing natural supports at the job site and develop additional supports.
• Provide instruction on warehouse techniques and oversee quality control.
• Regularly suggest changes to improve work methods for effectiveness and efficiency.
• Give frequent feedback to host employer and supervisor on site progress.
• Model appropriate work habits and use positive approaches to support individuals.

Skills

Flexibility

Travel willingness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Setworks

Paylocity

Microsoft Office

Email

Job description

Via of the Lehigh Valley is hiring a Job Coach to support our Community and Small Group Employment sites in the Lehigh Valley. You will mentor and guide individuals with disabilities in a fast-paced warehouse environment, with paid training provided to ensure readiness.

The position offers an increased pay rate of $17-$18 per hour, based on education level, plus up to $1.75 more per hour after completing all NADSP Career Ladder levels.